Boca Raton Events

On December 14, 2018, enjoy a fun-filled Friday evening with a holiday-themed movie under the stars at Mizner Park Amphitheater in Downtown Boca Raton. Sponsored by the City of Boca Raton, this FREE, family-friendly movie night will feature the 2003 hit holiday comedy "Elf." Will Ferrell stars in this light-hearted holiday film, delivering a hilarious performance as a full-grown man raised as an elf at the North Pole who ventures to the U.S. in search of his true identity. "Elf" offers plenty of laughs and a heaping dose of yuletide cheer that is sure to help you and your loved ones embrace the holiday spirit. Arrive early for kid-friendly crafts hosted by The Journey Church of Boca Raton, as well as a special guest appearance by Santa! 

Movie Night featuring "Elf" will be held at Mizner Park Amphitheater, located 590 Plaza Real in Downtown Boca Raton, FL. Admission is free and open to the public, with doors opening at 6 pm and the movie beginning at 7 pm. Food and beverages will be available for purchase at the event, with designated picnic tables and high-top tables set up for dining. No outside food or beverages will be permitted into the venue. Chairs will be available to rent for $5 (cash only), but guests are also welcome to bring their own chairs and blankets to set up on the amphitheater lawn. 

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On Wednesday, November 21, 2018, kick off the Holiday season at Boca Raton’s Annual Holiday Tree Lighting event at Mizner Park Amphitheater & Mizner Plaza in Downtown Boca Raton! Experience the ceremonial lighting of the City's tree led by Mayor Scott Singer, which will illuminate simultaneously with Mizner Park’s tree located at the south end of the shopping center. Following the traditional tree lighting ceremony, enjoy a spectacular holiday fireworks display above the amphitheater!

The tree lighting event will feature tons of holiday-themed entertainment and festivities that are fun for the entire family. There will be free carnival rides, an artificial ice rink for skating, a 30-foot snowman bounce house, musical stage shows performed by local dance and theater groups, strolling carolers and stilt walkers, as well as holiday treats and carnival food available purchase. There will even be a “Letters to Santa Station” where kids can write & send their personal holiday wish lists to the North Pole, as well as photos Santa ($5 each.)

The event will take place from 5:30 to 9:30 pm at Mizner Park Amphitheater located at 590 Plaza Real in Downtown Boca Raton. Admission to the event is free and open to the public. There will be limited seating available on a first come, first serve basis for the ceremony & fireworks display. For additional event information please call 561-367-7073. Click here for ...

This Saturday, November 10, 2018, the Annual Boca Raton Wine & Food Festival returns for its 9th consecutive year with the Grand Tasting, “A Culinary Affair!” Hailed as one of the biggest and best culinary events in South Florida, the festival will take place inside Sanborn Square Park in the heart of Downtown Boca Raton. Master chefs from the tri-county area will gather for the Grand Tasting at the festival grounds from 6 pm to 10 pm to create a culinary experience like no other. 

The festival grounds will be completely transformed into an elegant walkway winding through a series of elaborately decorated “Villages,” each representing a unique country, region, or culinary theme. Some of the festival’s villages will include Italy, America, the Mediterranean, Asia-Pacific, and Spain, taking you on a tantalizing journey of authentic tastes, sights, and sounds from all over the world. There will also be a "Sweet Endings Village" and a "BBQ Village", as well as two foodie favorites, the "Craft Brew, Fine Wine, & Artisanal Cheese Village" & the "Specialty Foods Village."

In addition to the unlimited samplings of artfully crafted cuisine from various regions around the world, attendees will have the unique opportunity to meet and mingle with some of South Florida’s master chefs. Top vintners will also be hosting wine tastings, offering generous samples of some of the most celebrated varietals of wine from all over the world. The festival will also include a Retail and Shopping Bazaar, as...

Each year at the end of January Hotworks.org hosts the winter Boca Raton Fine Art Show in Downtown Boca Raton, FL. This critically acclaimed juried art show has grown in both size and popularity since it first began in 2008, and has been voted in the Top 100 art shows in the Nation for three years in a row. Given the success and popularity of the winter show, Hotworks.org is proud to announce that the Boca Raton Fine Art Show is going bi-annual, with a new fall show coming to Mizner Park Amphitheater on Saturday & Sunday, November 3-4, 2018.

Like the winter show, the new fall Boca Raton Fine Art Show is a juried exhibition, with each of the featured artists hand-selected by a panel of experts based on artistic quality, technique, design, & originality. The show will feature up to 175 juried artists of various disciplines who will have their unique, handmade artwork on display and available for purchase. Some of the fine art you can expect to see at the show includes paintings, clay & pottery, photography, sculpture, glass, wood, handcrafted jewelry, and much more. There is sure to be something for everyone, in all price ranges. Visit the Hotworks.org event website for a complete list of all participating exhibitors & the exhibit layout.

Hotworks.org owner/operator, Patty Narozny, also runs a non-profit organization called Institute for the Arts & Education, Inc. (IA&E) whose purpose is to “educate and promote Fine...

On Saturday, October 13, 2018, FLOYD A Tribute will take the stage at Mizner Park Amphitheater, bringing the ultimate Pink Floyd experience right here to Downtown Boca Raton. Presented by Endless River Productions in conjunction with SeaSide Music Management and Inside MusiCast, this 90-minute show provides Floyd fans of all ages an incredible opportunity to relive the creative musical and artistic genius of Pink Floyd’s 50-year groundbreaking musical career.

Often hailed as the most authentic tribute to Pink Floyd in the U.S., Floyd A Tribute delivers precisely executed renditions of some of the iconic progressive rock band’s signature songs. The 10-member band fully captures all of the dramatic musical elements which were the foundation of Pink Floyd’s distinctive sound: the energetic lead vocals, the signature vocal harmonies, the artful blend of multiple guitarists, the orchestral quality provided by two keyboardists, the punctuating sounds of the solo saxophone, and the solid percussion and bass rhythm section which underlies each of the complex musical compositions. In addition to the perfectly executed musical and vocal techniques of the band, the production is accompanied by a mind-blowing laser light show to enhance the overall musical performance. The light show is complete with multiple computer synchronized lighting fixtures, including multiple laser light displays and a wall of colorful video to compliment each musical sequence. 

Mizner Park Amphitheater is located at 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, FL 33432. Doors open at 7 pm with the...

We are now beginning the month of October, which many are aware is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This worldwide health campaign, which takes place annually from October 1st - October 31st, serves to increase Breast Cancer awareness & education, as well as raise funds for ongoing research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and cure. There are many ways to get involved during Breast Cancer Awareness Month to help make a difference in research, education, and support for those affected by the disease. 

This October 2018, Mizner Park in Downtown Boca Raton invites you to join them as they Paint the Park Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Throughout the month of October, Mizner Park will host a variety of special offers & events to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month & raise funds for local Breast Cancer health services and education. Mizner Park is a proud supporter of Boca Raton Regional Hospital, with a portion of the proceeds from Paint the Park Pink specials and events going to support the hospital’s Breast Cancer awareness programs & services.

Throughout the entire month of October at Mizner Park there will be daily and nightly opportunities to help support this worthwhile cause. Specialty pink cocktails will be available daily at 6 participating restaurants with a portion of the proceeds going to Boca Raton Regional Hospital. Coins For A Cause will also last the entire month, with all coins dropped into Mizner Park’s fountains being donated to the hospital’s Breast Cancer programs & services. Each night this month, you can also stop...

On Saturday, September 8th, Brazilian Beat 2018 will be held at Mizner Park Amphitheater in Downtown Boca Raton, FL. Now in its 7th year, the Brazilian Beat festival brings the art, music, and dance of Brazilian culture to our local community for the official annual celebration of Brazilian Independence. Headlining Brazilian Beat 2018 will be Dogo Nogueira, one of the biggest stars in Brazilian music today. A multifaceted artist and seven-time Latin Grammy award winner, Nogueira will be singing samba, the rhythmic, upbeat music that is synonymous with Brazilian culture. The event will also feature a Rio-style Samba Parade by SambaLa Samba School, a Zumba showcase, a Capoeira circle, samba drummers, and street dancing, as well as authentic Brazilian cuisine and cocktails.  

The Brazilian Beat festivities will take place from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm at Mizner Park Amphitheater, located at 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, FL 33432. Admission to the event is free and all ages are welcome. With incredible live entertainment, fantastic food, live music, and dancing, Brazilian Beat 2018 is an exciting, high-energy event that you surely do not want to miss. Come out and join the thousands of others from across South Florida to celebrate Brazilian Independence and experience a taste of Rio right here in Boca Raton. We at Champagne & Parisi Real Estate look forward to seeing you there!

For more information about Brazilian Beat, 2018 at Mizner Park Amphitheater call 561-393-7807 or visit the Downtown...

This Friday, August 10, 2018, the City of Boca Raton will host the next FREE tribute concert in the “Summer in the City” concert series line-up at Mizner Park Amphitheater, with an outstanding live musical performance of “Turnstiles: A Tribute to Billy Joel.” This family-friendly event is free and open to the public, with doors opening at 7:00 pm and the concert beginning at 8:00 pm. The concert will kick off with a special performance by a surprise musical guest (TBA), sponsored by the Funky Biscuit.

Following the special guest performance, Turnstiles, a critically acclaimed South Florida-based Billy Joel tribute band, will hit the stage with a rockin’ performance hailed to be the ultimate tribute to the music of Billy Joel. Tony Monaco, Turnstiles’ leading front man & lifelong fan of the Piano Man, became inspired by the musical genius & unique style of Billy Joel when he was just a young budding musician and has since used that inspiration throughout his musical career to grow as a pianist, singer, and songwriter. Never intending to be an “impersonator,” Tony’s focus is purely on the music and delivering an authentic live Billy Joel musical experience that is second to none. Turnstiles’ faithful renditions of Billy Joel’s timeless classics will move both casual listeners and hardcore fans alike, promising an awe-inspiring concert experience that will have you singing along and screaming for more!

In addition to the extraordinary live musical performances, the event will feature plenty of family-friendly...

This Friday, August 3, 2018, the City of Boca Raton will host the next free tribute concert in the 'Summer In The City' concert series line-up with a live musical production of “Purple Madness: A Tribute To Prince.” This family-friendly event is free and open to the public, with doors opening at 7:00 pm and the concert beginning at 8:00 pm. The free concert will kick off with a special performance by musical guests TCHAA (pronounced CHA), sponsored by the Funky Biscuit. TCHAA is a popular local South Florida band with an entirely unique sound which can be described as a funky blend of Jazz and Hip Hop that is sure to get the crowd movin’.

Following TCHAA, Purple Madness will hit the stage with an unforgettable tribute performance to Prince, one of the most beloved artists and influential entertainers of all time. Widely known as America’s #1 Prince Tribute Band, Purple Madness will bring to life some of Prince’s most memorable concert moments with a high energy, electrifying, “must see” performance. Purple Madness leading front man & world-class Prince tribute artist, Bobby Miller, along with some of the most talented dancers and musicians touring the U.S. and abroad, have all but perfected every last nuance in recreating the sights and sounds of the artist Prince, promising a mind-blowing show which the group proudly describes as second to none.

In addition to the live musical performances, the event will also feature plenty of fun and games, as well as food and beverages available for purchase inside the venue. Mizner Park Amphitheater is located at 590 Plaza Real in Downtown Boca Raton, FL. Event attendees...

On Friday, June 29, 2018, the City of Boca Raton will continue its “Summer in the City” tribute concert series at Mizner Park Amphitheater with a live musical production of "The Rocket Man Show: A Tribute to Elton John." The event is free and open to the public with doors opening at 7:00 pm and the show starting at 8:00 pm. The concert will kick off with a live musical performance by soul & blues artist Bonefish Johnny, a local favorite, followed by an electrifying performance by renowned Elton John tribute artist, Rus Anderson, performing his own production “The Rocket Man Show.” Undeniably the most authentic Elton John tribute show in the world, “The Rocket Man Show” is regularly featured across the USA at well-known venues including House of Blues, Hard Rock Live, Caesar’s Palace, Legends In Concert, Universal Studios, & MORE!!! You do not want to miss this spectacular on-stage reproduction of the iconic music and persona of the young Elton John that will leave you speechless and promises not to disappoint!

Mizner Park Amphitheater is located at 590 Plaza Real in Downtown Boca Raton, FL. Food and beverages will be available for purchase inside the venue, as well as plenty of family-friendly fun and games. All event attendees are encouraged to walk, bike, or rideshare to the event or use the free, yet limited parking available at City Hall and the Boca Raton Library. Blankets and chairs for seating are welcome, however, chairs will also be available to rent for $5.00 at the event which will take place rain or shine. 

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The Mizner Park Downtown Drive Car Show will take place this Father’s Day, Sunday, June 17, 2018! This exciting free event will be held from 9 am to 3 pm at Mizner Park, located at 327 Plaza Real in downtown Boca Raton, FL. This special Father's Day event will showcase over 100 automobiles which will proudly line the streets of Mizner Park. Featuring a diverse selection of unique cars including antiques, classics, street rods, race cars, sports cars, and a variety of other one-of-a-kind vehicles from the early 1900’s to the present, the show is sure to excite and impress even the most discerning of car aficionados.

The Downtown Drive Car Show at Mizner Park is a charity event, with all proceeds raised through car show entry fees and charitable donations going to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida. The Make-A-Wish Foundation is an incredible non-profit organization which grants the wishes of children with critical, life-threatening medical conditions in hopes of instilling a sense of joy, hope, and strength in the children and families whose lives they touch. 

From young children who still have years to go before hopping into the driver's seat to life-long automobile enthusiasts, the Mizner Park Downtown Drive Car Show is sure to be a great time for all. Not only does the event benefit a noble and truly life-changing cause, but it is also the perfect, family-friendly way to spend this Father’s Day in downtown Boca Raton! We look forward to seeing you there!

On Friday, June 8, 2018, The City of Boca Raton will kick off its “Summer in the City” tribute concert series at Mizner Park Amphitheater in Downtown Boca Raton, with a free concert featuring The Long Run: A Tribute to the Eagles. Doors to the event will open at 7:00 pm, with the show beginning at 8:00 pm and running until 11:00 pm.

The Summer in the City Concert Series, sponsored by the City of Boca Raton & Downtown Boca Raton, promises an exciting line up of FREE tribute concerts which will run from June 8th through August 11th at Mizner Park Amphitheater. Some of the other amazing concerts in the series will include tributes to some of music's greatest icons, including The Beatles, Elton John, Billy Joel, and Prince, among others. In addition to the live musical performances by some of the most popular local tribute artists, each event will also feature a combination of food, drinks, fun, and games.

Each of the events planned for the Summer In The City series is absolutely free and open to the public with doors opening an hour before the show, rain or shine. Attendees are free to bring their own chairs and blankets for seating, however, chairs will also be available to rent for $5.00. All attendees are strongly encouraged to walk, bike, carpool, or use the free parking available at City Hall and the Downtown Library, as parking at Mizer Park is limited.  

The Summer in the City Concert Series at Mizner Park Amphitheater is sure to be a fantastic time for music fanatics...

This Memorial Day, Monday, May 28, 2018, the City of Boca Raton will be hosting a FREE Memorial Day Concert event at Mizner Park Amphitheater in Downtown Boca Raton. The concert will feature awesome live musical performances by the Helmsmen, a local Indie rock group, as well as country artists, the Shane Duncan Band. The event will also feature several food trucks, including the local favorite, Tucker Duke’s, serving up a variety of tasty eats & treats, so be sure to bring your appetite. There will also be a beer garden featuring a wide selection of craft beers from Boca Raton Brewery & Barrel of Monks.

The City will be teaming up with Forgotten Soldier’s Outreach, a local non-profit organization that supports America’s deployed military service members, to offer an area at the event where items can be donated and attendees can write a letter to a soldier. The donations and letters will be used to create “We Care” packages which will be sent to military service members currently deployed overseas. Donation items such as personal care/hygiene products and non-perishable, individually wrapped snack foods, are greatly appreciated. For a complete list of acceptable donation items please visit the City of Boca Raton's Memorial Day special event page.

The event is free and open to the public (no ticket required), with doors opening at 5:30 pm and the show beginning at 6:00 pm. Chairs will be available to rent...

On Saturday, May 19, 2018, the 4th Annual “Especially for Kids” Family Event will be held at the Sugar Sand Park Community Center for kids with special needs and abilities and their families. This event will take place from 5:30 pm to 8:30pm, when after closing to the public, the Community Center will reopen for registered guests to enjoy exclusive, VIP, “after hours” access. The event will feature many exciting & educational activities that are guaranteed to be fun for the entire family. Activities will include exhibits from The Children’s Science Explorium, science demonstrations, glitter tattoos, arts & crafts, as well as a photo booth, dance room, and resource fair. 

Due to a high volume of requests from guests in years past, new this year, the event will feature an outdoor petting zoo, with accommodations for those with physical restrictions. Attendees will also have the opportunity to explore the beautifully expanded Science Garden, as well as experience carousel rides and the three-story science playground. In addition to the exciting activities available, each guest will receive food tickets for pizza and a snow cone.

Registration is limited so please pre-register online at your earliest convenience, no later than one day prior to the event for all family members who would like to attend. To best accommodate the needs of guests, sound modifications will be made...

On Saturday, May 12, 2018, popular feel-good Rock n’ Roll artists Eddie Money, Blue Oyster Cult, & Foghat will hit the stage at Mizner Park Amphitheater in Downtown Boca Raton, FL. Eddie Money will be headlining the show, playing classic sing-along favorites like “Take Me Home Tonight” and “Two Tickets to Paradise.” Blue Oyster Cult & Foghat will be performing well-known hits like “Don’t Fear the Reaper” and “Slow Ride,” with the local band The Livesays opening the show. Doors to the event will open at 5:00 pm, with the show beginning at 6:00 pm.

Presented by Gabriel Entertainment in association with Rescued Puppy Productions, this rockin' benefit concert will raise funds to support local dog shelters & help our local rescued four-legged friends in need. Gabriel Entertainment & Rescued Puppy Productions provide support to local no-kill shelters and canine rescue and wellness facilities throughout Palm Beach County, FL. They are committed to working with and supporting the local Dog Rescue Community, raising awareness of the importance of supporting local Spay & Neuter programs, and developing a network of supporters & volunteers in order to create a better life for our local homeless pets. A portion of the proceeds will go toward this incredible cause, and there will be a donation station located at the venue’s entrance accepting much-needed donations of canned and bagged dog food,...

The Boca Raton GreenMarket, Boca’s fun & friendly community farmer’s market which is held every Saturday from 8 am to 1 pm at Royal Palm Place, is now nearing the end of its season. May 12th will be the last time the GreenMarket will be held before it closes for the summer, which means you only have 3 Saturdays left to attend! 

Since it first began in 1996, the GreenMarket has evolved into a popular Saturday morning community meeting place where not only can one purchase a variety of local foods & products, but also chat with friends, listen to music, grab a bite to eat, and spend a few hours outdoors enjoying Boca’s unbeatable weather. The market offers an amazing selection of locally grown fruits & vegetables, herbs, skin care items, plants, unique arts & crafts, and more, and is truly a great time for the entire family.

If you have yet to experience the Boca GreenMarket, we encourage you to try to make it between now and May 12th, 2018, otherwise, you will have to wait until it reopens in the Fall. Come experience for yourself why the GreenMarket is now the preferred way to spend a Saturday morning for an ever-increasing number of Boca Raton residents! We hope to see you there!

On Saturday, April 21, 2018, Boca Raton will host Comic Cure's "Florida’s Funniest Female" competition at the Mizner Park Comedy Club. This annual comedic showdown, now in its third year, showcases female comedians from across the state of Florida as they go head to head for the coveted title of “Florida’s Funniest Female.” With fifteen of Florida’s top female comedians taking the stage this year, each hoping they have what it takes to be crowned the funniest of the bunch, you can bet that this year’s competition will deliver some of the best, knee-slapping stand-up comedy around.

The show will begin at 8:00 pm, but it is recommended that attendees arrive 45-60 minutes prior to the start of the event. You must be 18+ years of age to attend, with General Admission on a first come, first served seating basis. Tickets can be purchased over the phone by calling (786) 564-2291. Ticket prices are $20 for General Admission, $25 for Reserved Seating, and $30 for VIP Reserved Seating. Beer, wine, soft drinks, as well as light snacks & candy will be available for purchase, but attendees are encouraged to dine prior to the show at one of the many amazing dining options available in Mizner Park & Downtown Boca Raton.

The Mizner Park Comedy Club is located at 201 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, FL 33432. Nearby street, lot, and garage parking will be available at the regularly displayed rates, however, parking around Mizner Park is typically at a premium and very limited. Ride share services, such as Uber, Lyft, or the Downtowner, are highly recommended for those who would prefer to avoid the hassle of finding parking before...

On Wednesday, April 18th, Israelfest 2018 will be held at Mizner Park Amphitheater from 6-9pm. Presented by the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County, this event will celebrate the 70th Anniversary of the State of Israel on Israel’s Independence Day which commemorates the signing of the Israeli Declaration of Independence in 1948. Thousands of residents from the diverse local Jewish community will come together in solidarity at Mizner Park Amphitheater in observance of this momentous day in Israeli history, along with thousands of other celebrations taking place around the world.

Doors to Israelfest 2018 will open at 6 pm, with the event offering an array of Israel-themed children’s activities & a fair to showcase the various local Jewish resources that are availabe. Kosher foods and beverages will also be available for purchase, including chicken, falafel, hamburgers, hotdogs, ice-cream, and more. The onstage program will begin at 7:15 pm, with a Yom HaZikaron (Israel Memorial Day) ceremony, followed by the Yom HaAtzmaut (Independence Day) festivities beginning at sundown. The celebration will also include a live concert by The Shuk, an eclectic international band that performs world and Jewish roots music, with a unique ethnic, traditional, and progressive fusion sound. 

This commemorative event will also feature greetings from the Consul General of Israel to Florida and Puerto Rico, Lior Haiat, along with other community leaders showing their support for Israel. Israelfest will be held under the large amphitheater...

Presented by The Boca Raton Historical Society & Museum
Friday, April 6, 2018 (7pm) & Saturday, April 7, 2018 (7-11pm)
Ticketed Event

Celebrating its 16th anniversary, The Boca Bacchanal Wine & Food Festival returns on April 6-7, 2018, with yet another incredible weekend filled with exquisite wine and fabulous food paired and presented by some of Boca’s very own world-renowned chefs. Presented by the Boca Raton Historical Society & Museum, this annual event brings wine & food enthusiasts together to celebrate and enhance the appreciation of fine wine & cuisine throughout the community. All proceeds from Boca Bacchanal enable the Boca Raton Historical Society & Museum to continue to provide and develop innovative, diverse, and rapidly expanding educational and historic preservation programs for Boca Raton area residents and visitors.

This year’s festivities begin on Friday April 6, kicking the weekend off with the highly-anticipated vinter dinners which will be held at private estate-residences and historical locations throughout Boca Raton, including the Boca Raton Resort & Club. Each of these exquisite dining experiences will feature a vinter & chef pairing their cuisine and wine to create an intimate 5-course meal. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet their chef and vinter to learn more about the unique pairings of the evening.

The event continues on Saturday April 7 with Bacchanalia, which will take place at Mizner Park Amphitheater from 7:00-11:00 pm. This must-attend community event combines incredible cuisine from over 30 local restaurants with world-class vinters showcasing their finest wine selections for event attendees...